KEEN Targhee IV Mid Waterproof review

The Targhee IV earns its place on durability and fit. KEEN's KEEN.FUSION construction fuses the upper to the sole without glue, and KEEN says it guarantees the boot will not delaminate, which is a common way hiking boots fail. The Original Fit gives the forefoot generous room for toes to splay, and KEEN sells a wide version too. Cushioning comes from a direct-attach, air-injected Luftcell midsole and a removable Luftcell insole, with a stability shank and a heel-capture system for support. The upper is premium nubuck leather over a KEEN.DRY waterproof lining, and the KEEN.RUGGED outsole uses multi-directional lugs. The costs are weight and drop: KEEN lists 570 g per boot and a 12 mm drop, both among the highest here, and it does not publish lug depth. At $190 it is $15 more than the Moab 3 Mid, so it makes the most sense for hikers who need the extra room or care most about longevity.

Who it is for

Hikers with wide forefeet who want a boot built to last.

Price

$190 for the men's version at the KEEN US store when checked.

Men's Targhee IV Waterproof Hiking Boot Bison/Black $190
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 10, 2026.

Key features

• KEEN.DRY waterproof lining
• KEEN.FUSION construction bonds upper to sole without glue
• Original Fit with room for toes to splay
• Luftcell air-injected midsole and removable insole
• Abrasion-resistant KEEN.RUGGED outsole with multi-directional lugs

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: KEEN guarantees the fused sole will not delaminate
• Strength: Roomy forefoot, plus a wide version
• Strength: Premium nubuck leather upper
• Weakness: One of the heavier boots here at 570 g
• Weakness: Highest published drop at 12 mm
• Weakness: KEEN does not publish lug depth

Key facts

• Price: $190 (men's)
• Weight: 20.11 oz (570 g) per boot
• Waterproofing: KEEN.DRY
• Drop: 12 mm
• Shaft height: 5.12 in (130 mm)

Where it ranks

KEEN Targhee IV Mid Waterproof is No. 3 in our Best Hiking Boots verdict.